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The University of Hong Kong
Bachelor of Business Administration (Law) [BBA(Law)] {in conjunction with LLB}

Offered in collaboration with the Department of Law, BBA(Law)/LLB is a five-year*, double-degree programme designed for students who are interested in the dynamic worlds of business administration and the legal profession. The programme provides an extensive education, which gives students a great deal of flexibility in their career choices.

After completing the first three years of study successfully, students will receive the BBA(Law) degree. The remaining two optional years of study enables them to obtain the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree, which is the basic requirement needed to pursue a career in law. Graduates who have obtained the LLB degree can be eligible for admission to courses leading to the Postgraduate Certificate in Laws (PCLL) provided that they have fulfilled relevant admission requirements.

*Subject to the University approval, BBA(Law)/LLB will become a five-year programme from 2004-05 onwards. The fourth and fifth years of this double-degree programme will operate on a self-financing basis, and the fees are therefore slightly higher than the usual undergraduate fees. Those requiring financial assistance can apply for non-means tested loans, repayable at an interest rate to be determined by the Government. There are no additional requirements for admission to the fourth year other than having satisfactorily completed the BBA(Law).

The University of Hong Kong

Bachelor of Business Administration (Information Systems)

[BBA(IS)] {in conjunction with BEng(CS)}*

Jointly offered by the School of Business and the Department of Computer Science in the Faculty of Engineering, this is a four-year, double-degree programme. The BBA(IS)/BEng(CS) programme aims to train information technology (IT) specialists and the managers of tomorrow by blending two strategic disciplines into a single programme for the bright and highly motivated. It provides both IT and essential business training to give students a unique edge in their quest for business success.

After successfully completing the first three years of study, students will be awarded a BBA(IS) degree. After an additional fourth year, they will obtain the Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science [BEng(CS)] degree.

*Please note that the fourth year of this double-degree programme operates on a self-financing basis, and the fees are therefore slightly higher than the usual undergraduate fees. Those requiring financial assistance can apply for non-means tested loans, repayable at an interest rate to be determined by the Government.
Admission Requirements

For admission to the programme, applicants are required to satisfy the following requirements in addition to the University Entrance Requirements:

Huazhong University of Science & Technology

Information Management & Information Systems

. Educational Objectives

This program provides students with advanced understanding and skills in information management and information systems, which involves the study of modern management and computer technology. It encourages the development of analysis and design skills in the subject, which can make a vital contribution to the abilities to analyze, design, execute and evaluate complex problem in business sectors, government and organization.
.Skills Profile

The aims of the program are to
1. Provide firm knowledge in the theories of economics, management science, mathematics and natural science
2. Provide a conceptual understanding of information management and information system；
3. Understand the analytical skills, design skills and their application in the discipline；
4. Develop a range of management skills and competences in organizing, analyzing, researching, communicating, developing and utilizing information；
5. Develop the ability to solve problems；
6. Understand its current stage of development；
7. Acquire the skills to search documents and data, and abilities to do research and practical job.

. Length of Schooling and Degree

Duration 4 years
Degrees Conferred Bachelor of Management

. Hours/Credits

Total Credits 202.5
Curriculum Class Hours/Credits 2601/162.5
Percentage in Total Credits 80.2%

Including

Class Hrs/Crs of General Education 1089/68
Percentage in Total Credits 33.6%

Class Hrs/Crs of Basic Courses of Disciplines 1008/63
Percentage in Total Credits 31.1%

Class Hrs/Crs of Specialized Courses 504/31.5
Percentage in Total Credits 15.6%

Weeks/Credits of Major Practical Training 30/30
Percentage in Total Credits 14.8%

Minimum Credits of Extracurricular Activities and Practice 10
Percentage in Total Credits 4.9%

. Major Disciplines

Management Economics Computer Science & Technology

. Main Courses

Managerial Economics Macro-Economics Management Market Selling Operations Management Accounting Operation Research Computer Network System Data Structure Database Management Systems Electronic Business Management Information Systems

Education Characteristics of MPM Center:
On one hand, we give prominence to the education on the principles and methods of modern project management (rather than the traditional project management);
On the other hand, emphasize the targeted education and training methods facing different industries or professions, including Investment, Technology, Research and Development Projects, IT projects and Loans, etc.

Operational Mode of MPM Center:
1. Carry out the Double-Tutors System (school instructors and enterprises instructors), which ensures a high level of teaching faculty;
2. Stick to the principle of combination between theory and practice by emphasizing the actual operation;
3. Actively carry out the international exchanges so as to meet the requirements of the international practice;
4. Implement thoroughly a comprehensive cooperation between the enterprises and the school;
5. Integrate the resources to ensure the master education quality of project management and engineering.

The Purposes of MPM Center:
We hold the belief to serve the community, serve the enterprises and serve the students, training the qualified personnel in modern project management for the knowledge-based economy in China.

We devote to developing the Master education on Project Management and Engineering into a practical base to cultivate the qualified senior project management talents for the government, enterprises and modern society. Meanwhile, we aim to develop a cradle and build a bridge to train the new managers under the knowledge-based economy, where the senior management talents could realize their ideals and the great causes.

Exposition Economics and Management (Sino-Germany joint program) four years

This is a joint program held by SIFT and Fachhochschule Osnabruck, University of Applied Sciences . The program is dedicated to develop modern enterprises management, marketing and exposition expertise and operational skills required by high level management of government and enterprise bureaus in international expositions and symposiums. It also provides the opportunity for students to acquire broad international background knowledge, well-trained English application ability with acquainted knowledge in the exposition industry operations in China .

The SIFT courses including: International Trade, Finance Management, Statistics, Introduction to Chinese Exposition Industry, Chinese Exposition Project Operations, Law and Regulations in Chinese Exposition Industry, Second Foreign Language – German.

The Fachhochschule Osnabruck, University of Applied Sciences courses including: Principles of Business Management, Services Marketing, Accounting, Microeconomics, Management Concepts, Business Communication and Key Qualifications, Macroeconomics, Principles of Exposition Management, Exposition Project Management, Business Exposition Management, Principles of Enterprises Exposition, Symposiums Management, Exposition Risk Management and Laws, Management of Venues and Destinations, Cultural Management, etc.

Being one of China’s 30 experimental universities for EMBA education approved by the State Council Office of the Academic Degree Committee and the Ministry of Education, the EMBA Program of the School of Management is geared to the needs of high-level managers and executives in enterprises and government bodies with good education background and rich management experience. The EMBA Program aims to train the entrepreneurs and high-level professional managers with outstanding international strategic perspectives and overall decision-making and leadership ability.

Since the first class opened up in the second half of 2002, many entrepreneurs and top managers at home and abroad joined in the program. The participation of many private entrepreneurs features the program, constituting a valuable network of elites. The EMBA program is developing steadily and commits itself to building a platform for entrepreneurs and top managers for study, communication and interaction so as to train high-level management personnel with strategic perspectives that can meet the requirements and challenges of global competition.

Education in the EMBA program of the School of Management includes orientation, course learning, supervisor selecting, overseas study tour, and dissertation writing, etc. There are key courses and elective courses in the EMBA program. The supervisor is selected by a two-way system. And dissertations should be defended after anonymous review and evaluation. The key courses in the EMBA program include Corporate Strategy, Managerial Economics, Advanced Financial Management, Operations and Supply Chain Logistics Management, Organizational Behavior within Cross-cultural Context, Strategic Marketing, etc.

Objective of EMBA Program: To train leaders in economic construction and development
Guidelines of EMBA Program: To inculcate intensive operational knowledge